Gaming News - September 2006
Los Angeles, CA (September 19, 2006) - Square Enix announced today
that Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime has shipped to retailers across the
nation.
From Square Enix:
Developed exclusively for the Nintendo DS handheld system, this adventure
from the creators of Dragon Quest VIII: Journey of the Cursed King has snatched
enough praise and awards to turn it into the prized piece of plunder that the
industry’s top editors just can’t stop talking about.
Groomed for his debut starring role in North America, the loveable slime from
the Dragon Quest series embarks on a colorful quest filled with humor and
excitement for players of all ages. Set in the delightful kingdom of Boingburg,
players will encounter a wacky and loveable cast of 100 unique slimes and dozens
of different enemies. With its simplified controls, the game allows parents,
children and casual gamers to have no problem jumping right in, and enjoying the
captivating adventure. An innovative and addictive tank battle element makes
full use of the Nintendo DS dual screen functionality, creating an exciting
experience that can be enjoyed by up to four players at a time.
STORY
Far, far across the big blue sea lies the tiny island country of Slimenia.
There, in the capital city of Boingburg, lots of little slimes were gooing about
their business, enjoying the goo life…until one day, they were suddenly attacked
by a mob of menacing monsters called the Plob. Before they knew it, the entire
plopulation of Boingburg had been slimenapped!
With the future of slimanity at stake, it’s up to Rocket to stop the Plob
invasion and bring order to this once peaceful nation.
It’s payback slime!
FEATURES
- Stretch, bounce and slingshot across Boingburg to rescue a colorful cast
of 100 unique slimes
- Explore puzzle-filled levels and encounter a familiar array of monsters
from the Dragon Quest series
- Scour the land for weapons and items to use in the massive tank battles –
build up an arsenal and challenge up to three other friends and family members
with the Nintendo DS wireless play feature
- Keep track of the battle via the DS dual-screen technology – unique
dual-screen gameplay provides a crucial overview of the action during the tank
battles
- Simple, streamlined controls allow players of all ages to bounce right in
and enjoy the adventure
Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime is rated “E” for Everyone. Please visit the
Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket
Slime is available at North American retailers for a suggested retail price of
$34.99(USD). For the latest updates on Dragon Quest Heroes: Rocket Slime, bounce
over to: na.square-enix.com/rocketslime.
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